I've read to drink 3 cups per day..but there is literature both fore and against it but it's worth a shot!

What is it suppose to do for you?? I have had the diet green tea that lypton makes. Is it just for general health?

I have been drinking a cup every night this week after supper. It keeps me from wanting to munch while watching TV at night. Not really sure what diet effects it has. We shall see when I hit the scale on Monday if it made a difference.

I personally love it. It took me a little bit to get used to it. It wasn't my thing either, but I have found that when I drink it in the evenings it helps me sleep. That may be something just in my head. I drink it because it detoxes my system. I have noticed that with me drinking it I don't retain as much water. I am sure others have had different experiences with it. You never know you may start this and not be able to give it up. That is what happened to me. LOL

These are the benefits that green tea is supposed to have:

fights against cancer
helps stabilize diabetes
prevents cardiovascular disease
it keeps your skin acne-free, making it healthier and prettier
assists in weight loss regimen
slows the aging process
aids your digestion
encourages bowel regularity
provides you with a mild stimulating effect without causing sleepless nights or nervousness especially during pregnancy
and lower cholesterol.

I know my oldest sister drinks it. It's not my fav, either.

yeah its not got the greatest taste, but is meant to be great for metabolism!

I didn't like the taste of green tea, but I find that some brands are better than others. I know there are some excellent teas you can buy online, loose leaf is suppose to have the greatest benefits, but for convenience Trader Joe's green tea bags are pretty good, and I have to sweeten it with a little of their Super Stevia Extract. Actually white tea is suppose to have the same benefits... they are doing a lot of studies on that now, and I like it a lot more. When I drink four or more cups a day of either green or white, I find I'm not as out of control with my eating either; it's becoming quite a habit.

If you hate the tea you can always take it in vitamin for. They have green tea pills you can take too. Go to your local health food store or pharmacy.

I try to drink as often as I can (some days I forgot...oops) I get the kind with a hint of mint in it. I have to gulp it down. Not a fan of the taste, but the mint has a very nice cooling aftertaste. I like the Celestial Seasonings one.

I take green tea pills because I cannot stand the taste of the actual tea. I am not sure if this is AS healthy for you, but let me tell you...the pills are working wonders for my appetite!!!! I no longer crave sweets....and really in general...I no longer ever feel hungry. I take one in the morning and that's it. As far as boosting metabolism...I am not sure. I usually always feel great and energized in the morning. My problem is at night. Anybody else take the pill form of green tea????

I love the taste - but I don't usually add things to tea or coffee either.

Slowly sipping on green tea makes me feel grounded (totally psychological), subtle earthy taste cleanses the palate (usually why it is sipped between courses in Asian meals).

it boost your motabilism and burns fat, all naturally. i havent done it but the vitamin girl at my work told me

I've heard that green tea extract may have side affects for people who are anemia prone, because it reduces the ability of to utilize dietary iron, but if you don't have that problem, and it's working, then go for it!
Just be aware.